Dharamgarh - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Dharamgarh is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamgarh is 423957. The village covers a total geographical area of 744 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharamgarh
As per Census 2011, Dharamgarh village has a total population of 9,842 people, consisting of 5,025 males and 4,817 females. The village has 2,305 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,908 literate and 2,934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 356 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharamgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,842 | 5,025 | 4,817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,241 | 646 | 595 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,622 | 801 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 189 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 6,908 | 3,862 | 3,046 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,934 | 1,163 | 1,771 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamgarh
Dharamgarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bikramguda | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Bagad | South | 2.08 km |
| Godabhanja | North | 2.53 km |
| Kasibahal | East | 3.05 km |
| Gadiajor | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Kebadi | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Thanat | North | 3.58 km |
| Ichhapur | South | 3.67 km |
| Kuturu | North | 4.01 km |
| Rajmoter | West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharamgarh
The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Dharamgarh is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dharamgarh is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dharamgarh
Where is Dharamgarh located?
Dharamgarh village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Dharamgarh?
The pincode of Dharamgarh is 766015.
What is the population of Dharamgarh?
Dharamgarh has a total population of 9,842, including 5,025 males and 4,817 females.
How many households are there in Dharamgarh?
There are 2,305 households in Dharamgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamgarh is 70.19%. Male literacy is 76.86% and female literacy is 63.23%.